1957 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1953 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 3,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 331 kg more than 1953 Renault Fregate.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1953 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Bel Air | Fregate |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3860 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2810 mm |
